“If we get word from other law enforcement agencies that they’re looking for some type of firearm that was stolen or misused, then our officers will pay particular attention to that, especially if we have a model,” Rutkowski said.

Jason Jones of Lonesome Road Archery has sold crossbows and other sporting equipment in Taylor for the past 20 years. He believes the thieves could make a profit trying to sell crossbows.

“The demand for crossbows is out there and most people are having to buy new crossbows because there’s not a lot of extra crossbows out there.”

To avoid thefts at Lonesome Road Archery the owners say they keep all of their crossbows on the counters, but even that hasn’t stopped everyone.”

“We’ve had some theft here. You have to be on your toes and make sure because not everybody is as honest as they should be,” Jones said.